Comparison Console
Acebeam L16 vs Acebeam P18
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Acebeam L16 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam P18 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 125% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam P18 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1576% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam L16 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P18 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L16 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 56% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P18 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 125% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L16 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 94% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P18 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1576% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P18 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L16 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Specification Profile
Relative dimensions at a glance
Each axis is normalized against the largest raw value among the products in this comparison. Farther outward means a larger value, not necessarily a better result. Axes with an unverified value are omitted.
Price & carry
Retail price
Unknown
US$129.9
Weight
218 g (7.69 oz)Lightest
256 g (9.03 oz)Heaviest
Length
153.3 mm (6.04 in)Longest
145 mm (5.71 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2220 lmLowest output
5000 lmHighest output
Max candela
114900 cdHighest candela
98910 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
678 m (2224 ft)Highest
629 m (2064 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
1890 minShortest runtime
31680 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 21700 Li-ion
21700 Li-ion rechargeable
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (5m)
IP68
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
HA Type III anodized aluminum (A6061-T6)
A6061-T6 aluminum alloy with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useHuntingEDC/outdoor use
Tactical useProfessional useSecurityLaw enforcementHuntingLong range illumination
Common praise
Excellent build quality with thick satin anodizingIntuitive and best-in-class user interface with dedicated turbo and momentary turboGood beam quality with tight hotspot suitable for long-range useIncludes useful accessories such as holster, lanyard, spare o-ringsComfortable size and great grip with knurling
High brightness and long rangeRobust and high-quality constructionIntuitive dual tail switch interfaceEffective tactical and daily modesIncluded high-capacity rechargeable 21700 battery
Common complaints
Mode spacing is cramped in upper outputsLockout requires a long hold which can be inconvenient
Multi-LED design may be less efficient than single-LED for extended runtimesSome users reported battery drain issues if not frequently usedUSB-C cable length criticized as shortNo included holster or lanyard